Joel Roberts
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2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 tailgate latch repair. (What the other videos DON'T tell you)
I watched tons of videos showing how the bezel just pops right off.... WRONG! You MUST loosen the bottom of the three bolts on the INSIDE of the tailgate! Hopefully you don't have a bed cover that can't be opened from the outside of the bed, like I do. If you do have a bed cover, you're going to have to pry the bezel off and break it. Use a plastic pry bar, if you value your paint job. I just had my truck painted so I did care. :(
Here is the bezel I ordered on Amazon to replace it.
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00RWNTB62/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Like I mentioned in the video, if you search for the plastic latch arm clips, the results go from 1999 - 2007 and stop! I called the dealer and they have the "correct" parts for $5 something each, and they said that they changed the style in 2008 so the pair of 2007's for $5 won't work. Well, if you search these part numbers below, it will show that these work in the 2007,,, so... the 2007 ones online will work in the 2008 as well.
Another thing the other videos don't say is... install the clip into the latch holes first! Then put the arms into the hole and swing the clips up to click onto the arms. If you try to put the clip on the arm and force it into the hole, you're probably going to break your new clip!!!! It's SUPER easy to just swing it up and clip it on.....
The actual part #s for the plastic clips are.
RPL-88981030
RPL-88981031
I could have ordered these instead of paying over $5 each!
www.amazon.com/Naviurway-Tailgate-Replacement-1999-2007-Silverado/dp/B07538V3RY/ref=sr_1_3?m=A3T8EUKB5EQLML&qid=1562432777&s=merchant-items&sr=1-3
I hope this can save someone the frustration I went through trying to remove the bezel & finding the clips. I don't understand why so many videos had it all wrong?
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Komentáře

  • @delpiara1
    @delpiara1 Před 5 měsíci

    YOUR AQUARIUM IS FERPLAST 110 PROF?

  • @richscott6292
    @richscott6292 Před 7 měsíci

    I have an 08 but not like that

  • @wjuan42
    @wjuan42 Před 10 měsíci

    Thank you your the only video that showed it correctly

  • @diannaleigh9914
    @diannaleigh9914 Před 11 měsíci

    I wish you would show the results

  • @TuckertonWSOP
    @TuckertonWSOP Před rokem

    1:12 do the snails die😢

  • @TuckertonWSOP
    @TuckertonWSOP Před rokem

    I want to catch snails or slugs😂

  • @sydneythepanda1825
    @sydneythepanda1825 Před rokem

    3:50 worst cutting safety I’ve ever seen but good trap lol

  • @carolinadiving4875
    @carolinadiving4875 Před rokem

    Hey, just wanted to Thank you so much for sharing your video.. I had the same problem with my 2008.. I was able to fix it with no issues.. Btw, I got a pack of 2 clips on Ebay and it was only $6.50 for a pack of two… I hope the next person that needs help will see your video and see my post and get there clips on Ebay.. this was so helpful

  • @mikezaragoza4473
    @mikezaragoza4473 Před rokem

    " FUNNY THAT AFTER I DID A QUIK FIX , ON MINE I CLICKED ON THIS VIDEO AND YOU ACTUALLY SHOWED HOW TO REMOVE THAT PLACTIC PART , I COULDNT FIGURE OUT. I JUST FIXED IT WITH NEEDLE NOSE PLYERS AND SCREW DRIVER. I BENT THE WIRE A LIL BIT SO IT WOULDN'T FALL OF

  • @XxMaryCullenxX
    @XxMaryCullenxX Před rokem

    UNSAFE…my lovely betta went in the trap & perished😥

  • @adayinthelife5772
    @adayinthelife5772 Před rokem

    This trap kills small fish if left unattended

  • @jacobbradford7229
    @jacobbradford7229 Před rokem

    You just saved me a trip to the auto shop, thx.

  • @gretabridges3364
    @gretabridges3364 Před rokem

    Thank you so much!!!

  • @sleeve8651
    @sleeve8651 Před 2 lety

    Thank You for an Honest video ! Unfortunately.....I found you too late ! Lol ! Somehow after lots of head scratching, and hair pulling, I got mine out, without totally destroying it ! I said totally ! As at least two of the piece's that secure the Bezel to the tailgate, gave it up ! Funny, I don't remember my old 2006 Sierra being this troublesome ? But if I may say.....while you have it opened up, you should lube the Hell outta the pivot bracket mechanism where the rod's attach, as it will, over time corrode and bind up, keeping the rod's from freely moving, and you won't be able to close the tailgate ! Slamming it over and over, will only lead to misaligning the lock pins, attatched to the Bed ! Hope this helps save some steps ! 👍😉 That is what brought me here !

  • @ruidadgmailcanada8508

    Ingenious, simple, easy and almost free! Now I don’t have an excuse not to win the snail battle in 6 tanks. Thank you!

  • @kidnamedre
    @kidnamedre Před 2 lety

    Literally took like mins thanks a bunch man

  • @spencerball9598
    @spencerball9598 Před 2 lety

    Just saved me some headache. Bout to fix mine in about 10 min

  • @kads1725
    @kads1725 Před 2 lety

    Instead of a wafer for bait , try a slice of cucumber , 24hrs later and you’ll nearly have every snail in your tank. Snails lovvveee. Raw cucumber

  • @rutherglen7226
    @rutherglen7226 Před 2 lety

    Of I ordered 2007 clips...sounds like they would work for my 2011 silverado?

  • @everythingorganic848
    @everythingorganic848 Před 2 lety

    Your video by far is the best one I came across however I have the same issue with my tunnel cover fully deployed and my latch not working the left side rod is not visible I need help getting inside of my tailgate can you tell me what to do. Please🙏🏾

    • @joelroberts9947
      @joelroberts9947 Před 2 lety

      I'm sorry, I don't know. If I'm understanding you correctly though, it sounds like you have to fish the rod out. I'd use a bent coat hanger to try to get it.

  • @josielombaard8234
    @josielombaard8234 Před 2 lety

    Drill the holes before you cut the bottles, no need to worry about the tv tray.

  • @loganschmidtke503
    @loganschmidtke503 Před 2 lety

    Thank you so much!

  • @rhodesj1893
    @rhodesj1893 Před 2 lety

    How is that bolt not self explanatory??? The mechanical version of "duh!"

  • @ARIES_-id1td
    @ARIES_-id1td Před 2 lety

    Mine just broke but I was able to put a zip tie instead of that plastic lmao

  • @guttababy5942
    @guttababy5942 Před 2 lety

    What is the clip called

  • @aarongorski8168
    @aarongorski8168 Před 2 lety

    what if clip breaks on opposite side of rod

  • @VanillaGorilla358
    @VanillaGorilla358 Před 2 lety

    So I’m for sure JB welding the rod and lever together. Lol

  • @ianrawlings2546
    @ianrawlings2546 Před 2 lety

    Who has a dental kit at home? Has anyone seen my poker, scraper or Gouger?

  • @lunarglow75898
    @lunarglow75898 Před 3 lety

    this seems like a good trap!! I'm going to try it to control my rams horn snail population who is off the charts. Thanks for sharing!

  • @alldey23
    @alldey23 Před 3 lety

    Thanks! This will be the 2nd time having this issue. The 1st time the handle broke one winter day when trying to open it so i replaced the whole thing. Now, (about 4 years later) it's having trouble closing and the handle feels loose. I ordered a whole new unit to replace it with $40. It may just be the clips lol I haven't got that far. Hope it's just an easy replacement and i don't need to purchase the rods or something else. Thank you for the clear guide again!

  • @tiger9racing779
    @tiger9racing779 Před 3 lety

    Real life saver, great video Thank you

  • @024DJF
    @024DJF Před 3 lety

    Nice! I’m going to try this today. Thanks.

  • @fissurekingultra9162
    @fissurekingultra9162 Před 3 lety

    The problem I had, was the tailgate would not close. It was just rusted and I needed to oil it inside of that plastic cover! So just like everybody else in the comments before me... thank you very much you saved me a ton of time and bs.🙂 area

  • @street1013
    @street1013 Před 3 lety

    Your exactly right. Thanks

  • @Mliudahl
    @Mliudahl Před 3 lety

    Thankyou

  • @alithompson9780
    @alithompson9780 Před 3 lety

    Very good video! Thank you!

  • @rexmckeen8268
    @rexmckeen8268 Před 3 lety

    Watched the video, ordered from Amazon and did the repair in about 15 minutes. This is the best.

  • @kennyg4858
    @kennyg4858 Před 3 lety

    THANK YOU!!

  • @VdotTdotFdot
    @VdotTdotFdot Před 3 lety

    Thanks, great tips, saved me a lot of time and money.

  • @ElTayi1992
    @ElTayi1992 Před 3 lety

    You saved me time and money thanks buddy

  • @nancywood7569
    @nancywood7569 Před 3 lety

    I came across your video which explains alot better than others. I took off bezel and right rod and clip ok but left no rod or clip. Handle I believe ok. How do I repair rod when I can't get tailgate unlock? I can't see rod anywhere..

  • @words2liveby639
    @words2liveby639 Před 3 lety

    Sir thank you so much this was the best video that help me out with my 2009 Chevy Silverado 🙂

  • @laciem1722
    @laciem1722 Před 3 lety

    Or flip the bottle ends upside down and drill till you hit wood instead of almost taking off fingers

  • @swkrazyn8v
    @swkrazyn8v Před 3 lety

    Great helpful video. Thumbs up👍. I second what everyone said. (Ditto)..thank you.

  • @spoof7800
    @spoof7800 Před 3 lety

    Excellent video. Thank you. Just repaired my 2008 Chev Silverado tailgate latch by watching this. Got the clips on Amazon. 1999-2007 Chev. Silverado clips do fit the 2008!

  • @bubbatex5731
    @bubbatex5731 Před 3 lety

    Thank you for knowing what your doing

  • @gerrymiller4959
    @gerrymiller4959 Před 3 lety

    Great idea despite other peoples opinions of long windedness. Within half a beer of installing this trap, I had my first victim.

  • @vincentgrippi9524
    @vincentgrippi9524 Před 3 lety

    Thanks for taking the whipping for us before we start to fix ours

  • @TJH1971
    @TJH1971 Před 3 lety

    You, sir are a hero!! Thanks so much for this.

  • @tonymontenegro4686
    @tonymontenegro4686 Před 3 lety

    Thanks , great video .